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Human Resources Assistant
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Posted:
26 October 2026 (2 hours ago)
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23 January 2027
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
This is a remote position.
Full Job Description:
About us
Harc was founded in 1951 by visionary parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who recognized their childrens worth and value to society. These parents became fierce advocates fighting against exclusion isolation discrimination lack of opportunity unemployment and low expectations for disabled individuals. Their grassroots efforts forged lasting partnerships with generous individuals foundations corporations and community leaders raising the funds and awareness necessary to create life-changing programs.
Advocacy efforts and community-based services guide the people we support along the path toward building fulfilling lives of inclusion and meaning. Harcs services begin at birth and continue throughout the lifespan offering a range of support enrichment employment and residential services across Greater Hartford.
Job Summary
We are looking for a reliable and organized HR Assistant to support our human resources department in day-to-day administrative and operational functions. You will act as the first point of contact for employee-related inquiries maintain personnel records assist with recruitment and help coordinate the onboarding and offboarding processes.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment Support: Post job openings on job boards and social media screen resumes coordinate interview schedules and assist with reference and background checks.
Onboarding & Offboarding: Prepare new hire paperwork coordinate equipment and workspace setup conduct orientations and process exit interview documentation.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate up-to-date physical and digital employee files contracts and compliance records in the HRIS.
Benefits & Payroll Support: Assist with processing payroll data tracking PTO/sick leave and managing employee benefit enrollments or changes.
Employee Relations & Inquiries: Answer day-to-day employee questions regarding HR policies benefits and procedures escalating complex issues to the HR Manager.
Administrative Duties: Draft HR correspondence schedule team meetings compile reports and support special HR projects or events.
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour (Pay level dependent on candidates relevant experience/training and work performance.)
Job Type: Full-time/ Part-time/ Contract/ Temporary (Optional)
Expected hours: 20-40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Job location: Work from Home
Requirements
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- Experience: 13 years of experience in an HR or administrative support role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of HRIS or ATS software (e.g. Paylocity Workday etc.).
- Knowledge: Familiarity with basic labor laws HR practices and confidentiality standards.
- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills acute attention to detail and strong time-management capabilities.
Benefits
Benefits:
--Competitive salary and benefits package.
--Opportunities for professional development and certification.
--Collaborative and supportive work environment.
--401(k)
--Health insurance
--Paid time off
Required Skills:
Qualifications & Requirements Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field preferred. Experience: 13 years of experience in an HR or administrative support role. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of HRIS or ATS software (e.g. Paylocity Workday etc.). Knowledge: Familiarity with basic labor laws HR practices and confidentiality standards. Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills acute attention to detail and strong time-management capabilities.
Required Education:
--High school diploma or GED required; --Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field preferred.
